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International Affairs
Director of the International Affairs Program: James Kennelly
Affiliated Faculty:
American Studies: D. Nathan
Art History: L. Aronson
Biology:
D. Domozych,
J. Ness,
B. Possidente,
M. Raveret-Richter
Chemistry: R. Nagarajan
Classics: M. Arnush
Economics:
J. Bibow,
R. Jones,
R. Julia,
M. Moeini-Feizabadi,
A. Neveu,
K. Powlick,
M. Odekon,
R. Rotheim,
L. Vargha
English:
J. Devine,
R. Janes,
R. Parthasarathy
Environmental Studies:
C. Gibson,
C. Grassi,
J. Halstead,
K. Kellogg,
S. van Hook
Foreign Languages and Literatures:
J. Anzalone,
D. Barnes,
G. Burton,
D. Castronuovo,
M. Chen,
C. Evans,
G. Faustini,
C. Grant,
P. Han,
L. Hu,
M. Inamoto,
H. Jaouad,
M. Lander,
B. Loyola,
W. Mudrovic,
M. O'Brien,
V. Rangil,
P. Rubio,
S. Smith,
M. Tamagawa,
M. Wiesmann,
D. Wildermuth,
A. Zuerner
Geosciences:
K. Cartwright,
R. Lindemann,
K. Marsella,
J. McLelland,
A. Meuwissen,
K. Nichols
Government:
T. Burns,
R. Ginsberg,
K. Graney,
S. Hoffmann,
R. Seyb,
F. Taylor,
A. Vacs
History:
E. Bastress-Dukehart,
J. Delton,
J. Dym,
M. Hockenos,
H. Lewis,
T. Nechtman,
M. Pearson,
C. Taylor,
C. Weiser
Library:
B. Norelli,
K. Szymborski
Management and Business:
B. Balevic,
P. Calhoun,
M. Canavan,
M. Correa,
T. Harper,
J. Kennelly,
E. Lepkowska-White,
K. McClure,
P. Prasad
Mathematics and Computer Science: Una Bray
Philosophy and Religion:
G. Braddock,
F. Gonzalez,
M. Segol,
L. Silvers,
J. Smith,
K. Ulrich,
P. Zaas
Physics: William Standish
Psychology: V. Murphy-Berman
Sociology, Anthropology, and Social Work:
S. Bender,
C. Berheide,
M. Ennis-McMillan,
L. Miroff,
E. Misener,
S. Silva,
L. Thayer,
J. Zibbell
Theater:
C. Anderson,
G. Dasgupta,
L. Grady-Willis,
L. Opitz
University Without Walls: Christopher Whann
Women's Studies: M. Stange
International Affairs is an interdisciplinary major that stresses the
importance of a broad-based international education. The major examines
the relations between and among nation-states, regions, and other
international actors as influenced by culture, history, politics,
business, economics, and the environment. Students majoring in
International Affairs must also successfully complete an approved minor,
major (strongly recommended), or regional concentration to provide depth
of knowledge in a discipline or geographic region of the world. In
consultation with the IA director, students propose a coherent course of
study, which provides both breadth through coursework on international
issues from different disciplines and depth through coursework in a
region or a specific disciplinary or interdisciplinary area of study.
The individual student is free to select any specific minor, major, or
regional concentration that best fits the student's personal interests
and educational objectives, but must present a coherent proposal of
courses and clearly argued rationale for the minor, major, or regional
concentration for approval by the IA director and, if necessary, the IA
steering committee. The major culminates with an approved capstone
experience that allows the student to synthesize the course of study and
serves as the basis for further work in the IA senior seminar.
HONORS: To receive honors in International Affairs, students must
earn a GPA of 3.50 in all IA courses taken; complete the IA Capstone
Experience (see below and the IA Web site) with a grade of at least an A-;
receive a favorable recommendation by the IA Program; earn a GPA of
3.0 or higher based on all work taken at Skidmore; and be approved by
the faculty upon recommendation by CAS.
Skidmore's International Affairs Program draws on the expertise of
faculty from a broad array of academic disciplines. International
Affairs majors are also encouraged to study abroad in order to learn
about the world beyond the borders of the United States, recognize their
own cultural biases, and develop skills to communicate with people from
other cultures. Studying abroad enables students to gain foreign
language proficiency and first-hand experience of the ways different
political, economic, and social systems operate. The opportunity to live
in another country for an extended period of time allows students to
develop a deeper appreciation for cultural diversity and an
understanding of the physical environment in a different region of the
world. In addition to being anchored in the richness and variety of its
course offerings, faculty scholarship, and study abroad opportunities,
the International Affairs Program also stresses other related and
reinforcing components: colloquia, faculty/student collaborative
projects, guest lectures, study in Washington, D.C., internships, and
cocurricular activities including the student International Affairs Club
and the United Nations and European Union simulations of international
negotiations.
THE CAPSTONE EXPERIENCE
The IA capstone experience consists of two course requirements,
including an IA-approved capstone project in the student's separate
minor, major, or regional concentration. The first course requirement
is an IA-approved, 300-level capstone course, to be completed in the
fall term of the senior year, to serve as the basis for the capstone
project. The second course requirement is IA 375 Senior Seminar in the
spring term of the senior year, to finalize the student's capstone
project for both written and oral presentation to the IA community
and to serve as a common culminating experience for all IA majors.
In consultation with IA faculty advisors and the director of the IA
program, students will identify and have approved, by the end of their
junior year, an appropriate capstone project; and in the fall term of
the senior year, a 300-level capstone course in their separate minor,
major, or regional concentration that allows them to design and
initiate their advanced senior capstone project. The capstone project
should synthesize the skills and knowledge gained in their separate
minor, major, or regional concentration; examine disciplinary
assumptions; and address international or global issues. The capstone
experience must tie together themes of the IA program and result in
both written and oral presentation of their completed capstone project
in IA 375, Senior Seminar, during the spring term of the senior year.
To be considered for IA honors, students most receive a combined grade
for the total capstone experience of at least an A-.
THE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS MAJOR: The requirements for the IA Major consist of at least twelve (12)
International Affairs-designated course requirements, for a minimum of
30 credits. These courses must fulfill the following specific
requirements:
The core course,
IA101
Introduction to International Affairs;
One foundation course from three of the four clusters: "The Political World" (GO103 or
HI223), "The Economic World" (EC103 or
104), "The Cultural World" (AN101 or
GO241), or "The Physical World" (ES100 or
105);
One international affairs course from each of the four clusters: "The
Political World," "The Economic World," "The Cultural World," and "The Physical World";
One international affairs course from at least four different
disciplines outside the approved minor or major (in addition to the core course);
One foreign language course (or equivalent) at the level of 206 or
above plus one credit hour in Language Across the Curriculum (LAC);
The completion of an approved minor, major, or regional concentration
(18 credits minimum);
IA capstone experience (two courses and capstone project): one (1)
300-level course from the approved second major, minor, or regional
concentration, to be completed in the fall term of the senior year,
serving as the basis for the capstone project, plus IA 375 Senior
Seminar (1 credit hour) in the spring term of the senior year to
finalize the capstone project for both written and oral presentation
to the IA community;
No more than three courses, including the capstone experience, may
overlap between the IA major and the approved major. Only two courses,
including the capstone experience, may overlap between the IA major and
the approved minor or regional concentration.
In addition to IA375 and the 300-level course which serves as a
capstone experience, at least two other courses must be at the
300 level.
THE INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS MINOR: The requirements for the IA minor consist
of at least six international affairs-designated courses,
for a minimum of eighteen credits,
including one core course required as a common experience.
These courses must fulfill the following requirements:
The core course,
IA101
Introduction to International Affairs;
One Skidmore College foreign language course (or equivalent) at 206 or above;
One international affairs course from at least three different
disciplines outside the major (in addition to the core course);
One international affairs course from
three of the four knowledge clusters: "The Political World," "The
Economic World," "The Cultural World," and/or "The Physical World";
One 300-level course from any discipline;
No more than two courses may overlap between the IA minor and the major.
REGIONAL CONCENTRATION
A Regional Concentration is intended to offer
students the opportunity to supplement their IA Major with in-depth
knowledge in a designated geographic area of the world. The
requirements for a Regional Concentration consist of a program
approved by the Director, IA Program, including at least six
courses totaling a minimum of 18 credit hours in a specific geographic
region of the world that is not separately offered through other
Skidmore programs, such as the Asian Studies (AS) or Latin American
Studies (LAS) Programs. Examples would be a Regional Concentration in
Africa, the Middle East, or Europe. The six courses should all be
focused on the specified region, include an approved "Core/Foundation
Course" in the region, and include at least one 300-level course.
Preferably, the language in the IA Major would be a language used in
the Regional Concentration. No more than two courses may overlap
between the IA Major and the Regional Concentration.
International Affairs Curriculum
IA 101. INTRODUCTION
TO INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 3
An introduction to the field
of international affairs. The course explores the relationships
among the disciplines within international affairs. Examines
key concepts that describe and explain international relationships
and issues, explores the diversity of perceptions of international
issues across national and cultural boundaries, and engages
students in in-class global problem-solving exercises. International Affairs
Faculty
IA 251A–D. TOPICS IN INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS 3
Topically organized courses focused on selected problems, areas, and
issues of special interest in international affairs at the
intermediate level. Topics vary depending upon specialization and
research interests of visiting and/or Skidmore faculty.
Courses designated "A" fulfill IA Knowledge Cluster I: The Political World.
Courses designated "B" fulfill IA Knowledge Cluster II: the Economic World.
Courses designated "C" fulfill IA Knowledge Cluster III: The Cultural World.
Courses designated "D" fulfill IA Knowledge Cluster IV: The Physical World. Prerequisite:IA101.
May be repeated with a different topic for credit.
IA 371, 372. INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-4
An opportunity for qualified majors to pursue independent study in
International Affairs under the supervision of an appropriate faculty
member. The written study proposal must be approved by the International
Affairs Director, in consultation with the faculty member.
IA 375. SENIOR SEMINAR 1
A seminar required of all international affairs majors in the spring
term, when they make final oral and written presentations of their
senior capstone project to the International Affairs Committee. This
course is designed to enhance students' research, written, and oral
communication skills relating to international affairs, and to
strengthen their awareness of international issues and professional
opportunities. The course includes presentations and discussions by
students and guest lecturers, instruction on library research, writing,
and oral presentation skills. Students present their capstone project
ideas at the preliminary meeting and are evaluated on their research
process, participation, and oral presentation. The course culminates in
the presentation of senior capstone projects to international affairs
faculty, students, and the community. Letter grade only.
FOUNDATION COURSES
IA majors must complete one course in three of the four foundation categories listed below:
Political Foundation: GO103 or HI 223
Economic Foundation: EC 103 or EC 104 (Note: Does not fulfill IA requirement for Cluster II)
Cultural Foundation: AN 101 or GO 241
Physical Foundation: ES 100 or ES 105
LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
FC 206 Chinese Language and Culture FC 208 Advanced Chinese Conversation and Composition FF 206 French Cultural Conversations FF 208 Writing in French FF 301 Business French FF 304 Advanced French Conversation and Pronunciation FF 306 French Translation and Stylistics FG 206 German Language and Culture FG 208 German Conversation and Composition FG 301 Business German FG 304 Advanced German Conversation and Composition FI 206 Italian Language and Culture FI 208 Italian Conversation and Composition FI 301 Business Italian FI 304 Advanced Italian Conversation and Composition FJ 206 Japanese Language and Culture FJ 207 Advanced Intermediate Japanese I FJ 208 Advanced Intermediate Japanese II FS 206 Spanish Conversation FS 208 Spanish Composition FS 301 Business Spanish FS 304 Advanced Spanish Conversation and Composition
INTERNATIONAL KNOWLEDGE CATEGORIES
CLUSTER I: The Political World
GO 103 Critical Issues in World Politics GO 201 Principles of International Politics GO 209 The Latin American Puzzle GO 213 Comparative Constitutional Systems GO 225 Military and Political Lessons from World War II GO 228 U.S. Foreign Policy in a Changing World GO 229 International Law GO 251B Topics in Political Science: International Relations GO 301 Contemporary International Politics GO 309 Latin America and the United States GO 319 What the U.S. Does Wrong in the World: Views from India, Answers from Washington GO 327 Politics in Russia and the Soviet Successor States GO 328 Nationalism, Communism, and Democracy: Politics in East Europe GO 338 International Diplomatic Negotiations GO 340 The International Human Rights Regime: Promise and Peril GO 344 Comparative Politics and Culture: India and Japan GO 356 Africa in International Affairs GO 357 Sexing Global Politics: Gender and International Relations GO 358 Caribbean Politics HI 103 Medieval Europe HI 104 Early Modern European History HI 105 Nineteenth-Century Europe: Ideology and Revolution HI 106 Twentieth-Century Europe: Age of Conflict HI 109 Contemporary Latin America HI 201 Greek History HI 202 Roman History HI 211 Deconstructing Britain HI 217 Topics in History HI 223 America and the World: A History of U.S. Foreign Policy HI 229 War and Peace in 20th Century Latin America HI 247 The Rise of Japan HI 306 The French Revolution and Napoleon, 1789–1815 HI 316 Empires in India HI 317 The Common Law and its Colonial Contexts HI 330A-E Politics and Society in Latin America HI 335 German History Since 1814 HI 363 Topics in History ID 320 Global Media
CLUSTER II: The Economic World
EC 314 International Economics EC 315 Open Economy Macroeconomics EC 316 Economics of Development EC 317 Economics of European Integration EC 319 Economics of Income Distribution and Poverty EC 334 International Political Economy EC 343 Environmental and Resource Economics EC 361 Advanced Topics in Economics GO 219 Political Economy of European Integration GO 339 International Political Economy and the Environment MB 306 Foundations of Business in the International Environment MB 344 International Marketing MB 345 Global Financial Management MB 346 Global Sales and Merchandising Management MB 349 Business Strategy MB 359 Global Financial Institutions MB 364 Manufacturing Strategy and International Competitiveness SO 331 Women in the Global Economy
CLUSTER III: The Cultural World
AH 100 Survey of Western Art AH 103 The Arts of Africa, Oceania, and the Americas AH 105 Survey of Asian Art: South and Southeast Asian and Himalayan AH 106 Survey of Asian Art: East Asia AH 253 Seventeenth-Century European Art AH 254 Eighteenth-Century European Art AH 257 Nineteenth-Century European Art AH 261 Twentieth-Century Art AH 265 History of Modern Design AH 268 Ad/dressing the Body: European Fashion, Renaissance to the Present AH 355 Visual Culture of the French Revolution AM 332 Global Perspectives of the United States AN 101 Introduction to Cultural Anthropology AN 101W Honors Introduction to Cultural Anthropology AN 205 Mesoamerican Archaeology AN 227 Sub-Saharan African Cultures AN 229 Mexican Cultures AN 244 Indigenous Cultures of Latin America AN 325 Applied Anthropology AN 344 Anthropology and Environmental Health AN 345 Ecological Anthropology AN 349 Medical Anthropology AN 351 Topics in Cultural or Biological Anthropology FC 363 Special Studies in Chinese FF 209 Culture and Literature of Quebec FF 210 Introduction to French Literature FF 221 French Literature—Twentieth Century FF 223 Introduction to Issues in the Francophone World FF 224 French Civilization: Gaul to 1815 FF 225 French Painters and Writers FF 309 Fiction and Identity in Quebec FF 363 Special Studies in French FG 215 Introduction to German Literature FG 216 Contemporary German Culture FG 341 The Age of Goethe FG 357 German Literature of the Twentieth Century FG 363 Special Studies in German FI 210 Introduction to Literary Analysis FI 303 Studies in Modern Italian Literature FI 363 Special Studies in Italian FJ 363 Special Studies in Japanese FL 243 The World of Japanese Animation FL 244 Viewing China: Visual Cultural and Transnational Cinema FL 245 China and the West: The Myth of the Other FL 246 Fictional and Factual: History and the Novel in China FL 250 An Outline of German Civilization FL 252 Italian Cinema: From Fiction to Film FL 253, 254 Italian Civilization in Translation FL 258, 259 Chinese Civilization FL 266 Images of Revolution and Social Upheaval: France 1789–1939 FL 267 Modern Japanese Culture and Society FS 211 Survey of Spanish Literature FS 212 Survey of Spanish American Literature FS 313 Literature of the Golden Age FS 314 Spanish Literature in the Nineteenth Century FS 319 Spanish-American Narratives: Twentieth Century FS 331, 332 Culture of Spanish America I, II FS 363 Special Studies in Spanish GO 203 Comparative European Politics GO 227 From Genghis Khan to Gorbachev: Power and Politics in Russian History GO 239 Nationalism and Politics in the Middle East GO 240 Political Modernization: The Case of India GO 241 Ethnic Conflict and the Global System GO 304 Modern Political Thought GO 308 Contemporary Political Thought GO 355 African Politics GO 365 Topics in Comparative Politics GO 366 Topics in International Relations HI 108 Colonial Latin America HI 110 British Empire: An Introduction HI 142 Introduction to Modern China HI 210 The Four Kingdoms HI 211 Deconstructing Britain HI 228 Race, Class, and Ethnicity in Latin America HI 230 History Through Travel; Latin America 1500–1900 HI 241 Introduction to Imperial China HI 254 Intellectual History: Modern Europe HI 302 The High Middle Ages HI 303 Intellectual History: Medieval and Renaissance HI 329 U.S. Since 1945 HI 343 The Chinese Revolution HI 347 Japan's Modernizers: Samurai and Weavers MB 314 Organizational Theory MB 347 Comparative Management PH 203 Greek Philosophy PH 204 History of Philosophy: Early Modern PH 306 Nineteenth-Century Continental Philosophy PH 307 Twentieth-Century Continental Philosophy PS 332 Seminar in Cross-cultural Psychology RE 103 Religion and Culture RE 213 Religious Traditions of India RE 214 Religious Traditions of China and Japan RE 215 Islam RE 230 Topics in Religion SO 316 Women in Modern Society RE 330 Advanced Topics in Religion SW 338 Social Policy and Social Justice TH 229 Theater and Culture I TH 230 Theater and Culture II TH 333 The Director as Collaborative Artist TH 334 Special Studies in Theater History and Theory WS 212 Women in Italian Society: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow WS 227 Holding Up Half the Sky: Gender, Writing, and Nationhood in China
CLUSTER IV: The Physical World
BI 140 Marine Biology BI 160 Conservation Biology BI 180 Economic Botany BI 240 Environmental Biology BI 325 Tropical Ecology ES 100 Environmental Concerns in Perspective ES 105 Field Studies in Environmental Science ES 221 Sustainable Development ES 281 Disease and Environment GE 101 Earth Systems Science GE 112 Oceanography: Introduction to the Marine Environment GE 207 Environmental Geology GE 208 Origin and Distribution of Natural Resources GE 211 Climatology GE 311 Paleoclimatology HI 312 Industry, Empire and the Environment RE 225 Religion and Ecology WS 210 Ecofeminism, Women and the Environment
